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Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco

Savory Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco for Cozy Dinner Nights

This Chicken Thigh Osso Bucco is a comforting, flavorful dish that transforms chicken thighs into a rich, savory experience, perfect for cozy dinner nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in and skin-on
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 0.5 cups Dry White Wine Low-sodium chicken broth as alternative
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes Canned or fresh
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can be omitted
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Dried can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary Dried can be used
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Optional
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with canola oil
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, optional garnish

Equipment

  • large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Let rest while heating oil.
  2. In a pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear chicken thighs skin side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear for another 5 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrot, celery for 5 minutes, then add garlic.
  5. Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up browned bits for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and lemon zest. Simmer.
  7. Return chicken to the pot, cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 1 hour.
  8. Taste the sauce, adjust seasoning, and let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For crispy skin, broil chicken thighs for a few minutes after cooking. Use a heavy-bottomed pot for even cooking and best results.

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